Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. (JP:4718)
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4718 Stock Chart & Stats
¥2274.00
-¥26.00(-1.36%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥2274.00
-¥26.00(-1.36%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,811.00 - ¥2,955.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume14.80K
Average Volume (3M)47.20K
Market Cap
¥38.66B
Enterprise Value¥30.11B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥6.91B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥466.36M
Price to Earnings (P/E)18.9
Beta0.54
Next Earnings
May 08, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.56%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)30.07
Shares Outstanding19,012,451
10 Day Avg. Volume31,240
30 Day Avg. Volume47,196
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.28
Price to Book (P/B)2.49
Price to Sales (P/S)1.08
P/FCF Ratio11.64
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)146.1
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥37.70B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Low Leverage / Strong Balance SheetExtremely low leverage with a high equity ratio affords durable financial flexibility. The company can fund operations, capex or strategic initiatives without heavy borrowing, and a 15.4% ROE shows efficient capital use—supporting resilience through enrollment cycles and downturns.
Robust Cash GenerationStrong operating cash conversion and standout FCF growth provide persistent internal funding for dividends, reinvestment and working capital. This cash profile reduces reliance on external financing and supports sustainable operations and program expansion over the medium term.
Consistent Revenue Growth And Healthy MarginsSteady top-line growth coupled with solid gross and operating margins indicates structural demand and disciplined cost control. This mix supports recurring profitability from tuition-based programs and improves long-term ability to invest in curriculum and service quality.
Bears Say
Room For Improved Cash ManagementAlthough operating cash is strong, the lower FCF-to-net-income ratio and explicit call-out for improved cash management suggest timing or working-capital pressures. Persisting inefficiencies could limit flexibility for investments or dividends during slower enrollment periods.
Revenue Concentration On TuitionHeavy reliance on tuition fees concentrates exposure to enrollment, demographic shifts and local competition. With limited non-tuition diversification, adverse student intake trends or policy changes could materially reduce revenue and weaken resilience over the medium term.
Modest Net Profit MarginA mid-single-digit net margin leaves a narrower shock-absorption buffer versus larger peers or more diversified businesses. Fixed cost structure of classroom operations means margin compression from cost inflation or enrollment declines could quickly pressure net earnings and cash available for growth.
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. News
4718 FAQ
What was Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1811.00 and its highest was ¥2955.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥38.66B.
When is Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 08, 2026 which is in 42 days.
How were Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 04, 2026. The company reported ¥30.07 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥30.07.
Is Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥35 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.56%. See more information on Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. have?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. has 19,012,451 shares outstanding.
What happened to Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥30.07 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.532%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4718
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Company Description
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. operates tutoring schools for elementary, middle, and high school students. It operates 180 schools; and 16 franchise schools under the KOBETSU SCHOOL brand. The company was incorporated in 1974 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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